A Classic Herpes Simplex Corneal Lesion
A 48-year old female presents with a three day history of foreign body sensation, redness and blurry vision. Slit lamp examination showed a classic branching linear dendrite with terminal bulbs and swollen epithelial borders. Ronald Melton, OD, discusses the management of this HSV keratitis case with ZIRGAN® antiviral gel.
Indication ZIRGAN® is a topical ophthalmic antiviral that is indicated for the treatment of acute herpetic keratitis (dendritic ulcers).
Important Risk Information about ZIRGAN®
- ZIRGAN® is indicated for topical ophthalmic use only.
- Patients should not wear contact lenses if they have signs or symptoms of herpetic keratitis or during the course of therapy with ZIRGAN®.
- Most common adverse reactions reported in patients were blurred vision (60%), eye irritation (20%), punctate keratitis (5%), and conjunctival hyperemia (5%).
- Safety and efficacy in pediatric patients below the age of 2 years have not been established.
Please see the full prescribing information for ZIRGAN® here.
For more information about treating herpes simplex epithelial keratitis with ZIRGAN®, click here.
ZIRGAN is a registered trademark of Laboratoires Théa Corporation licensed by Bausch & Lomb Incorporated.
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PH4425 2/12
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- Case Study #3 - Treating Dendritic Ulcers in an Immuno-Compromised Patient
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- Case #5 - Acute Herpes Simplex Epithelial Keratitis
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